Assistant Buyer

Location:
Worcester (WR4) – Worcestershire, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Salary:
Market related
Type:
Permanent
Main Industry:
Search Purchasing & Supply Chain Jobs
Advertiser:
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Job ID:
132033806
Posted On:
26 June 2025

Assistant Buyer

Worcester | Onsite | Manufacturing & Engineering

Competitive Salary + Company Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Fuel the Flow of Innovation – Join a World-Class Manufacturing Powerhouse

Are you ready to take the next step in your supply chain career? We’re looking for a sharp, proactive Assistant Buyer to join our high-performing procurement team at the heart of a global engineering and manufacturing leader. Based at their Worcester site, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the production lines never miss a beat.

You’ll work closely with planning, production and suppliers to make sure the right parts arrive at the right time – every time. If you’re organised, analytical, and passionate about process improvement, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Run MRP, Kanban, and JIT ordering systems to keep materials moving
* Monitor and manage supplier order books and delivery performance
* Tackle supply chain bottlenecks before they become problems
* Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve delivery issues and drive On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) performance
* Keep supplier records audit-ready and aligned with ISO standards
* Use ERP data to maintain accurate, real-time material plans

What You’ll Bring:

* Detail-driven and solutions-focused with a can-do attitude
* Confident communicator and relationship builder – internally and externally
* Comfortable juggling priorities and working to deadlines in a team environment
* Able to embody and promote Mazak’s values at every opportunity

Your Skills & Experience:

* Proficient in Excel, data analysis and Microsoft Office Suite
* Solid understanding of ERP systems and how they link to real-world operations
* Background in manufacturing or engineering environments
* Strong planning and scheduling abilities, with an eye for detail
* Experience with Microsoft AX is a plus

If you’re ready to make an impact in a globally respected organisation where precision meets performance, apply now and help us shape the future of manufacturing.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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